<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Senior Accountant for a <strong>contract-to-hire</strong> opportunity with a manufacturing company in <strong>Arden, NC</strong>. This role will support and help oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and timely completion of month-end and year-end close activities.</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing general ledger activity, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, audit support, and financial reporting. This position also partners with leadership and cross-functional teams to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and support the ongoing efficiency of finance operations within a manufacturing setting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage general and analytical accounting activities for the manufacturing operation.</li><li>Oversee accounting transactions in accordance with <strong>GAAP</strong> and company policies.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile the <strong>general ledger</strong>, including fixed assets, amortizations, and bank statements.</li><li>Support and manage <strong>accounts payable</strong> and <strong>accounts receivable</strong> processes.</li><li>Review and monitor employee expense reports and claims.</li><li>Perform bookkeeping functions through preparation of <strong>balance sheets</strong> and <strong>profit and loss statements</strong>.</li><li>Lead or assist with <strong>monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual close</strong> activities in partnership with the finance team, external accountants, and auditors.</li><li>Audit financial transactions and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of <strong>budgets and forecasts</strong>.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and document accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and systems in alignment with GAAP.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for external accountants and statutory or financial auditors.</li><li>Support improvements to <strong>ERP systems</strong> and other financial applications to enhance scalability, reporting accuracy, and operational reliability.</li><li>Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting and finance function.</li><li>Contribute to strong internal and external customer service.</li><li>Provide backup support for other accounting team members as needed.</li><li>Experience in a <strong>manufacturing environment</strong> with exposure to inventory, cost accounting, production-related financial activity, or plant operations.</li><li>Understanding of accounting processes that support operational efficiency and accurate financial reporting in a manufacturing setting.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>